Location: Lewiston, ME

Start Date: 03-16-2026

End Date: 06-15-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating coverage (coverage required 7 days/week), Day shift, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $63 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, expert nursing care to psychiatric patients ages 5 and up using the nursing process
• Conduct thorough patient assessments and develop individualized interdisciplinary plans of care
• Perform crisis intervention and de-escalation to keep patients and staff safe
• Evaluate patient outcomes and update care plans to support recovery and stability
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, and the care team to coordinate treatment and resources
• Manage patients who require medical care or detoxification with clinical confidence
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes clearly and promptly
• Educate patients and families about treatment plans, safety, and available resources
• Contribute to a positive unit culture through teamwork, clear communication, and accountability

Qualifications

• Valid State of Maine RN license required
• Associate's degree in Nursing (2-year ADN) required
• BLS certification required and current
• CPI training must be current prior to start
• Minimum 1 year prior experience in mental health/psychiatric nursing required
• Comfort working with both pediatric and adult psychiatric patients (ages 5+)
• Ability to manage stress and make decisions under pressure
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills and a strong team player
• Flexibility to provide coverage across days and weekends as the unit requires
• Not a previous employee of St. Mary's Regional Medical Center (per client requirement)

Education

• Associate's degree in Nursing (2-year ADN) required

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong command of the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation
• Patient assessment for psychiatric and medical needs
• Care planning and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
• Experience with detoxification protocols and monitoring
• Decision making under pressure and stress management
• Excellent documentation, communication, and teamwork skills
• Comfort treating a range of psychiatric diagnoses including depression, bipolar, adjustment and psychotic disorders

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and comfortable travel housing options to help you settle in quickly
• Medical, dental & vision coverage so you can stay healthy while helping others
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Travel reimbursement and support for travel logistics
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• A supportive team that values YOU and your mental health work
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• A collaborative environment where your voice matters

Travel Perks: Explore Lewiston, ME

Lewiston, Maine sits in a charming part of New England with easy access to outdoor adventures and local culture. Explore Bates College and its Museum of Art, stroll riverfront trails along the Androscoggin River, or relax at nearby Lake Auburn. Weekends can include scenic drives to the Maine coast and the Old Port in Portland for great seafood and shopping at Freeport’s outlets. If you enjoy hiking, boating, or seasonal skiing and snow sports, there are day-trip options within a couple hours. Local farmers markets, brewery spots, and cozy cafés give you plenty to enjoy during time off.

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